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About the Hotel

No 136 & 138, Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Rooms & Accommodations

Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu has 81 air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, and free bottled water. Room types include single, double, twin, family, and suites. Some rooms feature a seating area and parquet floors. All en suite bathrooms include a shower, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Note: Some rooms do not have windows.

Dining Options

No onsite restaurants are available. Multiple cafes and restaurants are within a 2-minute walk of the hotel.

Location & Transportation

The hotel is in the heart of Kota Kinabalu, a 3-minute walk from Atkinson Clock Tower. Nearby landmarks include Wisma Merdeka (0.5 km), Sabah State Mosque (0.5 km), and City Park (0.3 km). Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 10 km away. Airport drop-off service operates from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Public parking costs MYR 10 per day.

Hotel Services

Services include a 24-hour front desk with multilingual staff, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and tour/ticket assistance. The property has a conference center available for events.

Property Details

This smoke-free 2-star hotel offers free WiFi throughout the property. No pets or service animals are allowed. Nightlife options are nearby. Room rates start from MYR 50.56 per night.

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Standard Single Room
Max:
2 persons
90 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 Single bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Standard Queen Room
Max:
2 persons
110 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Standard King Room
Max:
2 persons
130 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre
Kota Kinabalu3000 ft
Airports
Kota Kinabalu International (BKI) 5.1 mi
Train
North Borneo Railway 2.8 mi

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Car park
  • Off-site car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift

Services

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Location

No 136 & 138, Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
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No 136 & 138, Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Nearby
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephen
I Love KK
1300 ft
Square
Marlin Statue
1300 ft
Lorong Bank 3
Pillars of Sabah
1900 ft
100 km north of Kota Kinabalu
Desa Dairy Farm
1400 ft
Park
City Park
5200 ft
5 kilometres away from the KK City Centre
Menara Tun Mustapha
1400 ft
Mall
Wisma Merdeka
1400 ft
Jalan Padang Merdeka
Padang Merdeka
600 ft
Dinawan Island
4100 ft
Mall
Lintasan Deasoka
100 ft
59
Sabah Tourism Board
1500 ft
Restaurants
Kedai Kopi Yee Fung
500 ft
127 Gaya Street
Yuit Cheong
700 ft
50 Jalan Pantai
Vege Garden
1900 ft
G17
Kim Fah Restaurant
1700 ft
8 Jalan Tun Razak 2nd Floor
Pasta Pasta
500 ft
Gaya street 77
Upperstar
1300 ft
Jalan Labuk Segama Complex Block C Lot 8
sin kee bah ku teh
1100 ft
Jalan Pantai Lot 26

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 10 reviews
8.3
8.3/10 based on 360 reviews
Scott
United States, August  2024
7.8/10

I had a pleasant stay overall at this hotel. The location is perfect, being close to all the attractions and just next to the Sunday market. The rooms were spacious and had all the basic amenities I needed, but I expected a bit more from the facilities. The staff was polite and helpful, making my experience much more enjoyable. However, the dining options were quite limited, which was a bit of a letdown.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious enough for us to lay out our bags and came with all the basic amenities.
Service
9.0
The reception staff were nice and really helpful throughout my stay.
Location
10.0
This hotel is in a perfect area, right in the city center and very close to shopping and all attractions.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was underwhelming as the options were very limited.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent, but I was hoping for better amenities like a pool or gym.
William
United States, July  2024
7.8/10

I had a lovely stay at the hotel, which boasts a fantastic location just a stone's throw from the vibrant Gaya Street and numerous restaurants. The room was clean, spacious, and had all the essential amenities, making it comfortable for my needs. The staff were friendly and always willing to help. However, I found the breakfast selection a bit underwhelming and the pool area not as inviting as I had hoped. Overall, it's a great value for money deal, especially with such a central location.

Rooms
8.0
The room was clean, spacious, and equipped with all the essential amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly and helpful, making check-in and assistance very pleasant.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly located in the city center, right near Gaya Street and various restaurants, making it very convenient.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast options were a bit limited, leaving me wanting more variety to choose from.
Facilities
7.0
The pool area could use some improvements to feel more inviting, although it was well-kept.
Dean
United States, June  2024
7.6/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel! The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, making my experience even better. The location is perfect, just a short walk to the main attractions. However, the rooms, while clean, could use a little updating, and the dining options were somewhat limited. Overall, it was great value for money, but there's room for improvement.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean but could use some updating.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful.
Location
10.0
The location is perfect, just a short walk to all the main attractions.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were somewhat limited.
Facilities
7.0
Amenities were decent, but nothing too extravagant.
Ronald
United States, June  2024
7.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel with its clean and comfortable rooms and a very friendly staff. The location is perfect, right in the heart of the city and close to everything I wanted to explore. However, I found the breakfast options a bit lacking, and the pool could use some updates. Overall, it offers good value for money, though a couple of minor improvements could really elevate the experience.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-equipped with all the basic amenities.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly, making my stay more enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly located in the city center, making it easy to access major attractions and shopping complexes.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast included was decent, but I wish there were more options available.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory, but the pool area felt a bit outdated.
Ralph
United States, May  2024
8.0/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, which is situated in a great location right in the middle of everything. The rooms are spacious and equipped with all the basic amenities necessary for a comfortable stay. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making me feel welcomed. However, I think the breakfast could use some improvement in terms of variety. Still, for the price, I found it to be great value for money.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and equipped with all the basic amenities necessary for comfort.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making my stay pleasant.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly located in the center of everything, close to many shops and eateries.
Dining
6.0
The breakfast could use some improvement in terms of variety.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel has decent facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay.
Robert
United States, May  2024
8.0/10

I had a great stay at this hotel, enjoying its incredible location right in the heart of the city. The rooms were clean, spacious, and very comfortable, which made my downtime really enjoyable. The staff was friendly and helpful too! However, I found the dining options could be improved, especially at breakfast. The facilities were good overall, but I had a slight issue with the Wi-Fi access, which wasn't included in the price.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean, spacious, and very comfortable, providing everything we needed.
Service
8.0
The staff was friendly and helpful, especially at the reception desk.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly located in the city center, close to great restaurants, bars, and attractions.
Dining
6.0
The breakfast options were limited, which was a bit disappointing.
Facilities
7.0
Overall, the facilities were good, but the Wi-Fi access could be better integrated.
Ron
United States, May  2024
7.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, which is conveniently located in the heart of the city, making it easy to explore nearby restaurants and attractions. The rooms were clean and comfortable, providing good value for the price. While the service was friendly, I felt a bit let down by the limited dining options available. Overall, it was a nice stay, but there's plenty of room for improvement in the dining department.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, with sufficient amenities for a pleasant stay.
Service
7.0
The staff at the reception desk were friendly and helpful, making check-in a breeze.
Location
9.0
The hotel is perfectly situated in the center of everything, allowing easy access to the Sunday Market and various restaurants.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a bit disappointing as the breakfast options were limited and didn't have much variety.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were decent, but nothing particularly stood out to make the stay exceptional.
Frank
United States, May  2024
7.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, thanks to its prime location right in the city center and my clean, comfortable room. The staff was friendly and very helpful. However, I was a bit let down by the limited breakfast options and the fact that Wi-Fi wasn't included. Overall, it's a decent place to stay, especially for the price.

Rooms
8.0
My room was clean, comfortable, and had all the basic amenities I needed.
Service
9.0
The receptionist was nice and very helpful during my stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel has a fantastic location, right in the center of everything in Kota Kinabalu.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast was included, but I found the options quite limited.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had decent facilities, although there wasn't anything particularly luxurious.
Buddy
United States, April  2024
8.0/10

I had a great experience at this hotel, located perfectly in the city center and close to lots of restaurants. The rooms were spacious and clean, making my stay very comfortable. The staff was friendly and helpful, which added to the overall pleasant atmosphere. However, the breakfast selection left a bit to be desired, and I wish the pool area was larger. Overall, I felt it offered good value for money despite some minor drawbacks.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious, clean, and equipped with great amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay.
Service
8.0
The staff was friendly and helpful, especially at the reception desk, making me feel welcome.
Location
10.0
This hotel is in a fantastic location, right in the city center and easily accessible to various restaurants and attractions.
Dining
6.0
The breakfast selection was a bit limited, and I had hoped for more variety.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate, although I found the pool area to be smaller than I expected.
Gus
United States, March  2024
7.0/10

The hotel has a great location, right in the city center, making it easy to explore everything. The rooms are spacious and equipped with basic amenities, which provided decent comfort during my stay. However, access can get tricky during the Sunday market, and I felt the service could have been more attentive. Overall, it offers good value for money for a convenient city stay.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and had complete basic amenities, allowing us to lay out both our bags comfortably.
Service
6.0
The service was mixed; while some staff were friendly, I found the response times could be improved.
Location
7.0
The hotel is conveniently located in the city center, making it easy to get to great restaurants and markets nearby, though access was a bit challenging due to the Sunday market.
Dining
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered essential facilities, although they could use some updates to enhance the experience.
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